Description
Indulge in these delicious and nutritious Chocolate Protein Balls that are perfect for a quick energy boost or post-workout snack. Packed with oats, peanut butter, and chocolatey goodness, these no-bake treats are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
Rolled Oats:
1 cup
Natural Peanut Butter:
1/2 cup
Honey or Maple Syrup:
1/4 cup
Chocolate Protein Powder:
1/4 cup
Cocoa Powder:
2 tablespoons
Mini Dark Chocolate Chips:
1/4 cup
Vanilla Extract:
1 teaspoon
Milk:
1–2 tablespoons (as needed for texture)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, peanut butter, honey, protein powder, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and vanilla. Stir until well combined.
- Adjust Texture: If too dry, add milk gradually until mixture holds together.
- Shape Balls: Roll into 1-inch balls using hands or a scoop.
- Chill: Place on a tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Store: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
- Try almond or cashew butter for a different flavor.
- Enhance with chia seeds, flaxseeds, or shredded coconut for added texture and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
